Nigerian forward Damola Ajayi made an instant impact in his senior debut for Tottenham Hotspur, scoring just three minutes after coming on as a substitute in their 3-0 victory over IF Elfsborg in the Europa League. Ajayi, 19, replaced Richarlison in the 81st minute and doubled Tottenham’s lead in the 84th, converting a pass from […]
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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen found the net in Galatasaray’s 2-1 loss to Ajax during their UEFA Europa League clash. His stoppage time goal marked the fourth consecutive Europa League match in which the Napoli loanee has scored, bringing his season tally to 17 goals across all competitions, including five in Europe. Ajax took control
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Promising Middlesbrough right back George Gitau has decided to represent Nigeria at the international level, prioritizing the Super Eagles over eligibility options for Germany, England, and Kenya. Born in Hamburg, the 21 year old qualifies for Nigeria through his father and for Kenya via his mother. He also holds eligibility to play for England through
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Rivers Angels showcased their attacking prowess with a commanding 4-2 win over FC Robo in the Nigeria Women’s Football League NWFL on Wednesday, propelling them to the top of Group B. The game, held in Port Harcourt, saw captain Polinus Ifeoma lead by example, opening the scoring with a brilliant ninth-minute free kick. However, FC
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Sodiq Ibrahim had a dream debut for Shooting Stars, scoring after coming on as a second-half substitute in the team’s 2-0 victory over Nasarawa United on NPFL Matchday 21. The game, held at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, saw Tijani Kabir open the scoring in the 14th minute before Ibrahim doubled the lead with a
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Bayelsa Queens reignited their Super Six qualification hopes with an emphatic 5-1 victory over Benue Queens in the NWFL Premiership on January 29, 2025, at the Lafia City Stadium. Amblessed Ogbonnaya led the charge with a brace, while Chinwe Akabike, Vera Samuel, and Rita Uduakabong also found the back of the net in a dominant
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Nathan Tella celebrated his first UEFA Champions League goal just two years after competing in England’s second tier football. The 24 year old winger found the back of the net in the 64th minute, securing Bayer Leverkusen’s 2-0 victory over Sparta Praha on Wednesday night. Reflecting on the achievement, Tella described the moment as a
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Ekiti Queens’ goalkeeper, Lucky Handy, delivered a standout performance, making crucial saves that secured her team’s 2-0 win over Dannaz Ladies in their NWFL match at the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium. Captain Seun Fakunle gave Ekiti Queens an early lead with a well placed header in the 35th minute, followed by Tobi Sarafa’s second half strike
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Napoli has rejected a €65 million bid from Galatasaray for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen. Currently, on loan at Galatasaray, Osimhen has been in stellar form, scoring 12 goals in 15 league appearances this season. The Turkish Super Lig champions included an option to make the loan deal permanent, but their offer was declined as Napoli
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In a virtual meeting held on January 20, 2025, the Nigeria Amputee Football Federation NAFF President, Ambassador Paul Maduakor, outlined an ambitious plan to propel amputee football forward. Addressing players from both the Special Eagles and Special Falcons, Maduakor expressed appreciation for their dedication, noting the Special Eagles’ qualification for the 2026 World Amputee Football
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